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Mountain Laurel Retreat - "Blue House"

Burnsville, Yancey County, NC, USA

Cabin544 sq. ft.

Sleeps: 4

Bedrooms: 1

Bathrooms: 1

Min Stay: 2 nights

250 Acre Paradise

Mountain Laurel Retreat is a private, family owned paradise. The property sits on 250 gorgeous mountain acres with sweeping mountain views. Our "Blue House" is a one bedroom and one bath board-and-batten cottage. It has a large mowed lawn and towering shade trees. Queen bed in bedroom. There is also a pull out sofa bed with new mattress in the living room. Modern kitchen includes all appliances and a built in microwave. Contemporary bath with tub and shower. Automatic heating system. A large deck runs the length of the cottage and looks out to the Black Mountain Range.

Observation Deck: There is a fantastic view of the Back Mountains and Mt. Mitchell from our observation deck. The deck is an easy walk from the Blue House and is an absolutely terrific place to watch sunsets as beautiful as you will see any place. As night falls and the stars come out, you can lie on the deck and see a show of shooting stars to remember forever.

The Blue House has an eat-in kitchen. The water source is spring water - you may want to take jugs of it home! Picnic table in yard.

The Blue House is located on the perimeter of our privately owned 250 acre mountain top that is one mile long, half as wide and 800' top to bottom. It is bordered by the Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The cottage is not on the mountain rim but the easily accessed observation deck with outdoor fireplace/grill and picnic tables is on the very top of our knob. At 3800', you are up there in the cool alongside the famed Blue Ridge Parkway. You will see Tennessee 30 miles away and Mt. Mitchell (highest mountain in the east) in full view right across the valley. Off to the right, the valley is dotted with big and little ridges and knobs as far as the eye can see. Often you see only their tops protruding through the mountain valley mist.

**Note: Our property is two miles down a gravel road off the Blue Ridge Parkway. The road may be impassable in winter weather, even with a four wheel drive vehicle. Motorcycles may have difficulty traversing the gravel. Closest grocery store is 30 minutes away so get your groceries on your way in. (Your won't want to leave once you are here anyway!)

Bedrooms

1 Bedroom

Sleeps 4

Owner

Julie Starr

Member Since 2016

Speaks:

english

Calendar last updated:

Dec 13, 2018

About Julie Starr

Susan and Jim Wilburn purchased Mountain Laurel Retreat from Susan's father, George Wentzell. George and his wife Madge and Jim and Susan love the land fiercely and hope their family will enjoy it for generations to come.

Julie Starr purchased this Cabin in 1962

Amenities

Children Welcome

Pets Welcome

Heater

Parking

Bathrooms

1 Bathroom

Full bathroom with shower/tub combination

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Telephone

Heating

Linens Provided

Bed linens and towels are provided.

Parking

Towels Provided

Bed linens and towels are provided.

Living Room

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Stove

Oven

Microwave

Grill

Coffee Maker

Toaster

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

Dining

Dining Area

Dining

comfy seating for 4 people

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Outdoor Grill

Deck / Patio

Ski & Snowboard

Sugar, Beech, SkiApp all within hour drive

Golf

Mt. Mitchell golf course located nearby.

Suitability

wheelchair inaccessible

Long-term Renters Welcome

Notes

We used to provide internet but the only available service is so slow that we decided to discontinue. Cell service can be sketchy but there is a landline in the house.

House Rules

Check-in: 2:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.

3 Reviews

5/5

1 - 3 of 3

Amazingly Peaceful and Beautiful

5/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Parker and Debi M.

Oh, what an incredible place to escape to for peace, quiet and tranquility! The forest and the creek set the scene for the cottage. It is so warm and inviting, cozy and comfortable plus it has everything you need. The porch allows you to soak up all the solitude as well as the observation deck which is a huge treat for taking in all the mountain views and wild flowers. Our host was wonderful about answering questions and making us feel welcomed! Looking forward to another trip soon! Hope you get a chance to experience this little of heaven!

Submitted Jul 27, 2018

Red House, not Blue!

5/5

Stayed May 2017

Kathy F.Chattanooga

Due to hot water issues, we ended up staying at the Red House at the same Mountain Laurel Retreat. This was truthfully a retreat and we had tons of privacy deep in the woods. The area was beautiful and we made several trips to the knob. The Red House was very comfortable and we loved our stay. No TV made the trip even better for us as we could totally disconnect from the outside world. There was internet but we hardly used it. The house was about 10 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and close to Crabtree Falls and Little Switzerland. A little over an hour drive from Asheville. We would love to return.

Submitted May 31, 2017

Owner's Response:

Thank you for your kind review and we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay!

Hidden gem nestled on a mountain

5/5

Stayed Oct 2016

Rachel H.Charleston, SC

The owners could not have been more hospitable. We made a decision the day of to come, and they welcomed us as we pulled up, making sure everything was sound. The property is magical. The lookout at the top of the mountain is outstanding with tons of land to roam just within their property itself - not to mention it's ideally located off of the blue ridge parkway which give you access to the most incredible hikes and viewpoints. We drove a short hour drive into Asheville for one afternoon but could've stayed up on the mountain forever. We hiked mount Mitchell, craggy gardens, linville falls and Crabtree falls. We wish we had more time because the options and beauty are endless.

The blue cabin is very quaint and has all of the basic necessities. No cell phone and no tv but having wifi was a nice touch so that we could stay in touch with home but not be too dependent. You don't need any of that anyway with the mountains around you.

I would highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a nice vacation away into nature and beautiful views.

Submitted Oct 9, 2016

1 - 3 of 3

Map

Burnsville, Yancey County, NC, USA

Cottage located just off Blue Ridge Parkway and approximately 10 miles to Mt. Mitchell State Park, 5 miles to Little Switzerland, Nearest grocery store is 30 minutes away so it's best to stop and buy groceries on your way in.